This place is in a very nice location close to everything within walking distance and very safe at night.

Angel,
United States of America

The location was walking distance to lots of restaurant choices. We walked to Legoland, but they offer a shuttle as well. We flew into Palomar airport, and the shuttle was prompt for the hotel. Perfect location! And the staff was wonderful. Free breakfast, nice pool area, clean and mostly quiet.

Jennifer,
United States of America

Beauty and largeness of property

Jo,
United States of America

Love the Carlsbad area and have had amazing adventures at The Flower Fields, the ocean, Legoland and surrounding restaurants.

Laurie,
United States of America

We liked that it was in the perfect location to get to Legoland. Easy driving to the beach and other attractions.

Trisha,
United States of America

nice, quiet, and family friendly. starbucks was right across the street, perfect location!!

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Newest Reviews for Carlsbad by the Sea Resort

Anonymous

United States of America

8.3

Very good

March 31, 2015

not necessarily a bad experience but the drain in the bathtub did not close properly and that was important when bathing a child. the heater didn't work, but was fixed quickly by staff. these items should not be considered a deal breaker for staying there.

we came to go to LEGOLAND and the shuttle to and from the hotel was perfect. the location of the hotel is very good as to restaurants, shopping and perfect for anyone going to LEGOLAND and the beaches

Lesley

The United Kingdom

7.5

Good

March 27, 2015

The included breakfast was terrible. Paper plates and cups, plastic knives and forks? What's that all about? No variety in food, we ate the same thing every morning. By the end of our stay I couldn't look an omelette in the face again.

The room was comfortable and the heating swimming pool was great. The reception staff were very helpful and the cleaning staff were efficient. We liked the pool area and the availability of clean towels at all times.

Jennifer

United States of America

9.6

Exceptional

March 26, 2015

The location was walking distance to lots of restaurant choices. We walked to Legoland, but they offer a shuttle as well. We flew into Palomar airport, and the shuttle was prompt for the hotel. Perfect location! And the staff was wonderful. Free breakfast, nice pool area, clean and mostly quiet.

Jo

Laurie

United States of America

3.3

Poor

March 24, 2015

Horrible hotel room experience with cockroaches, spiders and dirty towels in the bathroom, for a high price. Have had luxury rooms in the same Carlsbad area for same price. Will never stay there again.

Love the Carlsbad area and have had amazing adventures at The Flower Fields, the ocean, Legoland and surrounding restaurants.

Shelley

Anonymous

United States of America

7.1

Good

March 15, 2015

No one seemed to have any answers.
The 1st day they forgot to clean our room. The front desk said it was after 4 so they could not clean it.
They said they could shuttle is to Carlsbad when we came back the front desk said no we had to wait till seven.

The pool was nice and location to Lego land was good also close to the beach

William

United States of America

10

Exceptional

March 10, 2015

I loved everything about this resort! From the nice fluffy bed to the hot breakfast bar, which I might add no other resorts offer. They offer free shuttle rides to the local amusement park and any other place within 5 miles of the resort. I absolutely enjoyed my stay and will definitely come back.